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LC03 CHZ

2003 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,222 mi
Last recorded35,222 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 CHZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 35,222 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 34,795 miles

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 34,386 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 34,378 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 34,091 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 33,181 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 30,827 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 28,741 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

slight play in rear shock absorber lower mounting bushes

Pass 10 May 2017 25,242 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 25,229 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively bent two on front wheel (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength on spoke mounts (4.2.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2016 22,894 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 19,894 miles

rear shockobsorber lower bush has slight movement

Pass 4 Jan 2014 17,295 miles

rear shockobsorber lower bush has slight movement

Pass 5 Jan 2013 15,854 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 14,484 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 14,477 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 12,850 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 11,039 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 7,372 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 6,480 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL650?

Based on 15,621 MOT tests across 1,262 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,131
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 212
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 176
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 122
Drive chain excessively loose 82
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LC03 CHZ is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC03 CHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC03 CHZ registered?

LC03 CHZ is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 22 April 2003.

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